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If you’re a music buff you might already know – moe. and the Dropkick Murphys both have shows in the Albany area this weekend! But that’s not at all – there’s also a Russian festival going on and seven more events you’ll want to check out before making weekend plans. Attend Thrilling Live Music...

2018 and the coming years are going to be an important period for the City of Albany and the Capital Region! In December 2017, Governor Andrew Cuomo announced that over $755 million in project funding had been awarded to 10 different areas in NY State through Round VII of the Regional Economic Development Council competition....

Don’t be tempted to hibernate inside this winter – there are too many thrilling events happening every weekend in the Albany area! Slated for this weekend is a cider tasting, a performance from a blues musician, a chance to try curling, a fat biking event, and three more worthwhile events. Cider, Farms & Food...

With Valentine’s Day falling on a Wednesday this year, some are gearing up for the holiday this weekend. Check out Valentine’s Day-themed events happening in the Albany area along with a slew of other fun events, like a home and garden show, live music, and much more. What are you up to this weekend?...

Have you ever thought about celebrating Groundhog Day? It’s this Friday, and there two Groundhog Day-themed events happening in the Albany area! If that’s not your cup of tea there are also two food-themed events happening, a casino-style event for a great cause, a pub crawl at a local mall, and two more worthwhile...

You have a chance to really embrace the season in Albany this weekend with two winter festivals going on! If that doesn’t sound appealing, there are also three live music performances, a magic show, a dance, and three more worthwhile events going on. Wintry Fun Grafton Lakes Winter Fest Saturday, January 27 Grafton Lakes...

With the frigid weather we’ve been having lately it certainly isn’t too early to think spring! Plans are currently underway for the Tulip Festival, which takes place each May in Albany. The annual event that locals and visitors look forward to each year is currently seeking vendor submissions and Tulip Queen nominations. Vendors Wanted Every...

The Albany Chefs’ Food & Wine Festival returns this weekend! Check out the events and competitions you can enjoy with the festival, and see what else is happening this weekend with Maritn Luther King, Jr. events, a Winter Ball for charity, an exciting event at the Times Union Center, and more. The Ultimate Food...

Shake off the winter blues by getting out and enjoying what the Albany area has to offer this weekend! Two exciting live music events are taking place along with a Ladies Night-themed improv comedy show, a Broadway musical, and more to check out. Music, Comedy & Theater Shows SoDown With Wax Future at The...

Editor’s Note 12/29/17: The New Year Hike at Peebles Island has been postponed from January 1st and thus removed from this roundup. The new date is Sunday, January 7th. Have you made your New Year’s Eve plans yet? There are so many great events happening in the area, including some kid-friendly celebrations. Check out...